Seattle & King County
Renton, Washington
City
Boeing, Lake Washington and the Cedar River
Renton is a manufacturing and logistics city at the south end of Lake Washington, home to Boeing's 737 assembly plant and a revitalized downtown along the Cedar River.
History & Local Character
Coal mining and rail first built Renton, followed by Boeing's wartime plants and decades of aircraft assembly that still define the local economy.
Housing & Real Estate
Downtown apartments, Renton Highlands single-family homes and newer townhomes near the transit center.
Restaurants & Shopping
Downtown Renton, The Landing and Highlands neighborhoods offer a broad, affordable mix of restaurants and food trucks.
Schools & Education
Renton School District serves the city, and Renton Technical College provides workforce programs.
Parks & Recreation
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, Cedar River Park and the Cedar River Trail provide shoreline and river access.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-405 and SR 167 meet in Renton; Sounder commuter rail and King County Metro connect to Seattle and Kent.
Local Businesses
Aerospace suppliers, logistics warehouses, auto dealers, restaurants and small manufacturers.
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Nearby Attractions
- Gene Coulon Beach Park
- Cedar River Trail
- Lake Washington
- The Landing
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Relative housing affordability for King County
- Major manufacturing employment
- Good freeway access
Considerations
- Long commutes to Seattle and the Eastside
- Some industrial areas near downtown
Frequently Asked Questions
What is built in Renton?
Boeing assembles the 737 at its Renton plant, and the city hosts a large base of aerospace suppliers and logistics operations.